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YR53 AHZ

2003 Rover 75

Gold Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2024
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

96,448 mi
Last recorded96,448 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2023
Typical for 2003 Rover 7568,100 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR53 AHZ
MakeRover
Model75
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2023 96,448 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 96,007 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 95,754 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 95,733 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 95,470 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2018 94,224 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 93,171 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 91,970 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 90,871 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 90,316 miles

Brake pipes corroded.

Fail 12 Nov 2014 90,316 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Brake pipes corroded.

Pass 15 Nov 2013 90,110 miles

Brake pipes corroded, recommend attention.

Fail 15 Nov 2013 90,100 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Brake pipes corroded, recommend attention.

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Nov 2012 89,615 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Outer Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 15 Nov 2012 89,598 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.4c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Outer Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 89,005 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Nov 2010 88,181 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both rear tyres wearing on outer edges,tailgate shocker broken,front brake discs lipped

Fail 10 Nov 2010 88,178 miles

Front Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both rear tyres wearing on outer edges,tailgate shocker broken,front brake discs lipped

Pass 12 Nov 2009 80,174 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both rear tyres starting to wear on outer edges

Fail 21 Nov 2008 68,965 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Nov 2008 68,965 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 56,796 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 16 Nov 2007 56,796 miles

Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Nov 2006 44,791 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Rover 75?

Based on 1,365,354 MOT tests across 103,127 vehicles.

70.7%
Pass Rate
5,824
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
103,127
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 82,341
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,582
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36,066
Registration plate lamp not working 33,396
Direction indicator incorrect colour 27,329
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YR53 AHZ is a 2003 Rover 75 in Gold with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Rover 75 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 68,100 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 75 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 82,341 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YR53 AHZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 75 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Rover 75 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YR53 AHZ registered?

YR53 AHZ is a 2003 Rover 75, first registered on 23 September 2003.

Is YR53 AHZ safe to buy?

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